Holidays
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (MLK Day) Countdown
Mon, January 18, 2027 at 12:00 AM CSTRepeats yearly
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day honors civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who led nonviolent campaigns against racial discrimination and legal segregation in civil society. Officially designated as a national day of service, the holiday encourages citizens to participate in volunteer work and community improvement initiatives.
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- Country / Region
- United States
- Type
- Federal
Frequently asked questions
- When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day (MLK Day) 2027?
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day (MLK Day) 2027 falls on Mon, January 18, 2027 at 12:00 AM CST.
- How is the date of Martin Luther King Jr. Day determined each year?
- The holiday takes place on the third Monday of January, adhering to the framework of the Uniform Monday Holiday Act. The observance always falls between January 15 and January 21.
- What was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s actual birth date?
- Dr. King was born on Tuesday, January 15, 1929.
- Who introduced the original legislation for the holiday?
- Representative John Conyers of Michigan first introduced legislation to create the holiday on April 8, 1968, four days after Dr. King's assassination, and re-submitted the bill continually alongside the Congressional Black Caucus until its eventual enactment.
- What time does Martin Luther King Jr. Day (MLK Day) 2027 release in my timezone?
- The countdown on this page converts Martin Luther King Jr. Day (MLK Day) 2027 to your local time automatically, so the clock always reflects your own timezone.
Last updated: 9/4/2026
